Gilbert Or Then And Now

A Thrilling Story Of The Life And Achievements Of A Virginia Negro

von J. Cabaniss Underwood

324 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Gilbert Or Then And Now is a thrilling story of the life and achievements of a Virginia Negro named Gilbert Or. Written by J. Cabaniss Underwood, the book takes readers on a journey through Gilbert's life, from his humble beginnings as a slave to his rise as a successful entrepreneur and community leader.The book is set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a time when racial tensions were high and opportunities for African Americans were limited. Despite these challenges, Gilbert Or manages to overcome adversity and achieve great success through hard work, determination, and a strong sense of community.Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including Gilbert's family, friends, and business associates. They also get a glimpse into the social and political climate of the time, as well as the struggles and triumphs of the African American community.Overall, Gilbert Or Then And Now is a captivating and inspiring story that celebrates the resilience and perseverance of the human spirit. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African American history, entrepreneurship, and the power of community.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Lifestyle, Hobbys und Freizeit Heimatkunde, Familiengeschichte, Nostalgie Heimatkunde
• ISBN: 9781417952090
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.03.2005
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC